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Nikon NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8

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NikonNIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 SNikonNIKKOR Z 28mm f/2.8
Overview
ReleasedNovember 2020July 2021
Optics
Lens typeZoomPrime
Focal length14–24 mm28 mm
Maximum aperturef/2.8f/2.8
Minimum aperturef/22f/16
Optical constructionSixteen elements in eleven groupsNine elements in eight groups
Special elementsFour ED and three aspherical elementsTwo aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal Coat, ARNEO coat and fluorine-coated front element–
Aperture detailConstant f/2.8 maximum; f/22 minimumf/2.8 maximum; f/16 minimum
DiaphragmNine rounded bladesSeven rounded blades
Angle of viewFX 114°–84°; DX 90°–61°FX 75°; DX 53°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon Z mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 21–36 mm zoom on full frameNikon Z mount; FX and DX cameras; DX gives the angle of view of a 42 mm lens on full frame
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.28 m0.19 m
Maximum magnification0.13×0.2×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailStepping-motor autofocus, as Digital Camera World describes; Nikon states smooth, quiet operationNikon multi-focusing autofocus system, designed for quiet operation and close-range accuracy
Focus distance detailInternal focusing; minimum 0.28 m from focal plane at all zoom positionsInternal focusing; minimum 0.19 m measured from focal plane
Magnification detailMaximum reproduction ratio 0.13× at 24 mmMaximum reproduction ratio 0.2×
Stabilisation detailNo optical stabilisation, as Digital Camera World confirms; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisationNo optical VR; compatible bodies can provide sensor-shift stabilisation. Original Z50 and Zfc bodies lack IBIS
Video featuresNikon describes reduced focus breathing and reduced focus shift while zooming; smooth aperture control via the control ringNikon describes quiet operation, reduced focus breathing and stable exposure for video
Design
Dust and moisture resistantYesYes
Filter diameter112 mm52 mm
Maximum diameter88.5 mm70 mm
Length124.5 mm43 mm
Weight650 g155 g
ControlsZoom ring, focus ring, separate programmable control ring, L-Fn button, A/M switch and DISP button; OLED shows focal length, aperture, focus distance and depth of fieldOne programmable focus/control ring for focus, aperture, exposure compensation or ISO; focus mode selected through the camera
Filter detail112 mm screw-on filters attach through supplied HB-97 specialised hood; rear slot accepts gel filters. No direct front filter thread on the bare lens52 mm screw-in filters, 0.75 mm pitch
Weather resistanceExtensive sealing around moving barrel parts and an aluminium-alloy mount, according to Nikon UKNikon states dust- and drip-resistant design, but does not guarantee resistance in all situations or conditions
Dimensions detailApproximately 88.5 × 124.5 mm, distance to end of lens measured from camera lens mount flangeStandard approximately 70 × 43 mm; SE approximately 71.5 × 43 mm, measured from lens mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 650 gStandard approximately 155 g; SE approximately 160 g
Lens hoodHB-96 standard hood and HB-97 filter-support hood includedNot included; Nikon UK now lists optional HN-43 hood
In the boxLC-Z1424 and LC-K104 front caps, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-96 and HB-97 hoods, and CL-C2 caseLC-52B front cap and LF-N1 rear cap; no supplied hood or case
Release detailNikon USA specifies November 2020 availability; month precision retainedNikon USA specifies late July 2021 availability of the SE lens in a Zfc kit, with separate SE sales planned for autumn. The modern standard exterior followed in December 2021. These cosmetic finishes share the same optical specification and are configurations here

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